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Welcome to Sharon!

''We do not want a church that will move with the world. We want a church that will move the world.'' -G.K. Chesterton

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Service Times

Sundays
9:45AM Sunday School for all ages Learn More
11:00AM Extended Teaching Care
11:00AM Worship
Wednesdays
6:00PM Church-provided meal
6:30PM Awana Learn More
6:30PM Adult Bible Study
Thursdays
6:00AM [Chapel Hill DQ] Men's breakfast and Bible study Learn More

Latest News

Senior Box Program (CSFP) Distribution Day
Third Monday of every month

Senior Box Program (CSFP) 

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Matthew 25 Ministry - Food Bank
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About Us


Mission

To glorify God through the fulfillment of the great commission. We are a church that loves God and loves people as we share life together.


Worship

Worship is about giving of gifts from God to God, and as believers it is our privilege to come before His throne in humble worship. Worship is so much more than an event, it must be a lifestyle lived each day God gives us breath. ​Here at Sharon we enjoy a blended style of worship that is purely God-centered, as we are merely instruments in His hands.

Ministries

  • Children's
  • Men's
  • Matthew 25

Children's

Our children's ministry is committed to teaching the Bible to children from birth to 6th grade through engaging, age-appropriate activities, in a safe and loving environment. Through Bible stories, music and creative lessons, our desire is to grow children in their knowledge of Biblical truths, their love and understanding of God and in their development of a personal relationship with Jesus.

Men's

Proverbs 27:17 states, "As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another." This means that the rubbing of two iron blades together makes the edges sharper, making the knives more efficient in their task to cut and slice. Similarly, the Word of God is a "double-edged sword" (Hebrews 4:12), and it is with this that we are to sharpen one another in times of meeting, fellowship, or any other interaction. The concept of "iron sharpening iron" implies at least two pieces of iron, and it would be impossible for one tool to become sharper without the presence of the other. This simple Proverb illustrates an important biblical principle and one the men of Sharon wish to emulate.

Matthew 25

Sharon partners with the East Texas Food Bank - Tyler branch to provide groceries to qualifying individuals in the East Tyler area. We are also exploring/financing a new avenue of meal donation funded exclusively by members and community giving.

Staff

Erik Switzer

Pastor

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12216 FM 3226
ARP, TX 75750
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903-566-1564
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Senior Box Program (CSFP) Distribution Day

CSFP SENIOR BOX PROGRAM

The East Texas Food Bank Senior Box Program provides monthly box of

nutritious food to eligible, low-income seniors.


Enrollment in the program is FREE,

Seniors must meet the below guidelines to be eligible:

  • Must prove identity with legal document
  • Must be 60 years of age or older
  • Must meet gross household income guidelines
  • Must live at an address in an East Texas Food Bank served county


SIGN UP FOR SENIOR BOXES AT:

SHARON BAPTIST CHURCH

Matthew 25 Ministries

12216 FM 3226, Arp, TX 75750

Call 903-566-1564 


This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

For more information about the East Texas Food Bank Senior Box Program

Upcoming Events

May 2025

9:45AM Sunday School for all ages

The Sharon Children's Ministry utilizes the Think Orange Curriculum in Sunday School classes through 6th Grade. Parents can view more information at www.thinkorange.com.

6:30PM Awana


  • Belong: Highly relational ministry led by loving, caring adults


  • Believe: Deeply scriptural ministry rooted in the Gospel and the truth of God’s Word in order that kids may know, love and serve Jesus Christ


  • Become: Truly experiential ministry designed to help kids navigate a changing culture, experience God’s presence and walk in the ways of Jesus
6:00AM [Chapel Hill DQ] Men's breakfast and Bible study

Proverbs 27:17 states, "As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another." This means that the rubbing of two iron blades together makes the edges sharper, making the knives more efficient in their task to cut and slice. Similarly, the Word of God is a "double-edged sword" (Hebrews 4:12), and it is with this that we are to sharpen one another in times of meeting, fellowship, or any other interaction. The concept of "iron sharpening iron" implies at least two pieces of iron, and it would be impossible for one tool to become sharper without the presence of the other. This simple Proverb illustrates an important biblical principle and one the men of Sharon wish to emulate.

Erik Switzer, Pastor

Erik has been on staff since 2011. He and his wife, Melinda, have four grown sons and three grandchildren. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Christian Counseling and Biblical Studies from Liberty University. He also holds an MA in Theological Studies and Apologetics, a MDiv. in Biblical Studies, and a DMin. in Theological Studies and Apologetics from Liberty University's Rawlings School of Divinity.